Street Smarts and Contacts
Since I moved to Costa Rica in 1980 I have learned a lot. In fact, I never stop learning , whether it be the language or the daily skills I need to survive here. Don’t get me wrong. I don’t know everything. I am not a lawyer, economist or sociologist but I feel that having lived here for so many years I know what makes this country and its people tick.
Since I speak the language with native fluency I can really delve into the local culture and people. If you don’t know the language you will always be a foreigner. The Costa Ricans are incredible people and have a great sense of humor. I love joking with the locals about almost anything. You would have to experience this to know what I mean.
During the time I have lived here I have met people from all walks of like and had the opportunity to interact with them at length. I have met everyone from criminals and street people to several Costa Rican presidents and have learned something from all of them. I make it a point to talk to strangers like cab drivers almost every day. This has really helped me understand the many ingredients which make up Costa Rica. You might say that I have developed good street smarts and sixth sense which have proved to be invaluable.
I have also made hundreds of contacts which very few foreigners have. I have personally visited several Costa Rican presidents in their homes and know some of the country’s most influential and powerful people. This did not happen over night but is the result of developing an extensive network of reliable contacts. I made many friendships when my son went to Lincoln School which the children of the country’s elite attend.
I honestly think that my many years of experience in Costa Rica combined with all that I mention above qualify me to help people move here and provide my clients with the knowledge that will ensure their success. All of this cannot be learned overnight. I see people doling out advice in forums and on the Internet after living here for only a short time and wonder if they are providing the correct information. If you were sick, would you go to a specialist with five years experience or one with thirty years in the field? Do you get my point?











